Potential Career Differentiation

Why PGPM at SRM?

01

100% Assured Placements*

A dedicated placement ecosystem — career coaching, mock interviews, corporate connects, and a committed placement team working with you toward your next role.

*Assured placements are subject to applicable program requirements and eligibility criteria.

02

Level Up to 300% ROI & Beyond

03

Time Value of Money

04

12-Month CXO Mentorship

05

Industry-Led New-Age Curriculum

06

Dual Specialisation

07

AI-Integrated Management Education

08

Immersive Residential Learning

09

Global Peer Cohort

10

Career Coaching

11

Experiential Learning Labs

12

Live Projects & Capstone

Market Context

Why Now? The market stopped waiting for two-year plans.

01

Speed

12 MONTHS. A FOCUSED ACCELERATOR.

The professional landscape moves faster than a two-year program can track. The PGPM compresses what matters — strategic thinking, technology fluency, leadership depth — into 12 intensive, focused months designed around the way experienced professionals learn.

02

AI

FROM AUTOMATION TO BUSINESS DECISIONS.

AI has moved into product, operations, finance, marketing and strategy. Future managers need to understand how AI changes decisions, workflows, competitive dynamics and business models.

03

Emerging Careers

THE NEXT ROLE MAY NOT HAVE EXISTED FIVE YEARS AGO.

Product Management · Business Consulting · Program Management · Tech & Product Sales · Business Analytics · Digital Transformation · AI-Enabled Strategy · Data-Driven Operations.

Differentiation

Not another MBA. A different kind of management journey.

01

Built for Experienced Professionals

The classroom begins where your career already is.

02

Industry-Built Curriculum

Designed around emerging roles, evolving business models and changing industry requirements.

03

Business + Technology

AI, analytics and digital transformation integrated into management education.

04

Dual Specialisation

Combine functional expertise with a career-focused pathway.

05

Real Business Problems

Live projects, consulting assignments, simulations, product labs and leadership labs.

06

Career Acceleration

Competency mapping, career coaching, resume development, aptitude preparation, mock interviews and industry interaction.

Dual Specialisation

Two Dimensions Of Expertise. One Career Direction.

The PGPM offers a dual-specialisation structure combining a functional specialisation with a career-focused specialisation.

Functional Expertise

Career Track

FUNCTION + CAREER

BUILD DEPTH. BUILD DIRECTION.

Curriculum

From Experience. To Expertise. To Impact.

Indicative Courses

Finance

Marketing

Business Analytics

Operations

Program Mgmt

Consulting

Product Mgmt

Tech Sales

Experiential

Indicative Courses

Learning Experience

Learning That Doesn't Stop At The Classroom.

Live Projects

Real business problems from real organizations.

Niche Electives

Emerging business capabilities beyond the mainstream.

Simulations

Decision-making under realistic business conditions.

Leadership Labs

Communication, collaboration and leadership in action.

Residential Learning

Full-time immersive campus experience.

International Faculties

Global perspectives on management.

Industry Faculties

Current professional expertise in the classroom.

Career Grooming

Professional readiness and career development.

Corporate Interface

Dedicated corporate interface programs.

Corporate Competitions & Challenges

Learn By Competing. Build By Solving.

Participate in challenges and competitions hosted by marquee corporates — your gateway to real-world business problems, brand visibility, and direct industry engagement.

Real Challenges. Real Business Context. Real Learning.

Overview

The PGPM at a Glance

Program

PGPM

Duration

12 Months

Structure

6 Terms

Format

Full-Time Residential

Campus

SRM KTR Campus, Chennai

Experience

2–5 Years

Industry Project

18 Weeks

Specialisation

Dual Specialisation

Learning

Classroom + Practical + Experiential

Career

100% Assured Placements - 300%+ ROI

Potential Career Destinations

One Credential. Multiple Career Destinations.

Consulting & Strategy

Program & Project Mgmt

Product

Technology & Sales

Analytics

Finance

Business Analyst

Strategy Analyst

Business Consultant

Management Consultant

Business Transformation Consultant

Program Manager

Project Manager

PMO Analyst

Implementation Manager

Business Operations Manager

Technology Business Analyst

Enterprise Sales Manager

Solutions / Pre-Sales Consultant

Business Development Manager

Strategic Partnerships Manager

Career Development

Don't Just Prepare
For A Job. Prepare For Your Next Role.

1:1 Career Guidance

Competency Mapping

Resume / Portfolio Building

Personal Branding

Mock GD & PI

with Industry Experts

CAP Series

Career Accelerator Program

Aptitude Training

Quantitative & Verbal

Campus Placements

Dedicated Placement

Corporate Partners
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Some of our corporate partners:

  • Agilisium Consulting
  • Accenture
  • Deloitte
  • BNP Paribas
  • Bahwan Cybertek
  • BNY Mellon
  • Cognizant
  • Godrej
  • HDFC Bank
  • Airtel
  • Tally Solutions
  • Himalaya Wellness
  • L&T
  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Protiviti
  • RC Manubhai
  • PayPal
  • McKinsey & Company
  • Intellect Design
  • Freshworks
  • HTC Global Services
  • Jawa Yezdi
  • Latent View
  • Aster DM Healthcare
  • Puretech Digital
  • Redington
  • Infosys Consulting
  • Bonfiglioli
  • Vivriti Next
  • Publicis Groupe
  • Walmart Global Tech
  • TVS Motors
  • Bosch Global Software
  • CGI
  • LTM
  • Epam
  • Citi Bank
  • CAMS
  • Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital

The PGPM

Your career Has momentum. Your management Program should too.

Built for Experienced Professionals

The Post Graduate Program in Management is designed for professionals who already have experience, ambition and direction.

Instead of stepping away from your career for two years, spend 12 intensive months building the strategic, technological and leadership capabilities required for your next role.

Business + AI + Analytics + Leadership

Dual Specialisation

Two Dimensions Of Expertise. One Career Direction.

The PGPM offers a dual-specialisation structure combining a functional specialisation with a career-focused specialisation.

Functional Expertise

Career Track

FUNCTION + CAREER

BUILD DEPTH. BUILD DIRECTION.

Potential Career Destinations

Why PGPM at SRM?

01

100% Assured Placements*

A dedicated placement ecosystem — career coaching, mock interviews, corporate connects, and a committed placement team working with you toward your next role.

*Assured placements are subject to applicable program requirements and eligibility criteria.

02

Level Up to 300% ROI & Beyond

03

Time Value of Money

04

12-Month CXO Mentorship

05

Industry-Led New-Age Curriculum

06

Dual Specialisation

07

AI-Integrated Management Education

08

Immersive Residential Learning

09

Global Peer Cohort

10

Career Coaching

11

Experiential Learning Labs

12

Live Projects & Capstone

Who Is the PGPM For?

Built For Professionals. Ready For Their Next Move.

The PGPM is designed for professionals with existing work experience who want to accelerate their management and career journey.

01

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% from a recognised institution.

02

Work Experience

24 Months of work experience by 30 March 2027.

03

Accepted Test Scores

GMAT (2024 or later) · CAT (2025/26) · XAT (2026/27) · NMAT (2025 onwards)

Admission Process

Your Next Chapter Starts With An Application.

A straightforward, merit-based admission process designed for working professionals.

01

Online Application

Submit your application with academic credentials, work experience and test scores.

02

Profile Evaluation

Our admissions team conducts a holistic review of your professional and academic profile.

03

Interaction / Interview

A structured personal interaction to assess your fit, potential and readiness.

04

Offer of Admission

Successful candidates receive an official offer letter to join the PGPM cohort.

Institutional Legacy

A Legacy Of Academic Excellence. An Ecosystem For The Next Generation.

Full-Time Students
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Faculty
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Corporate Partners
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Alumni
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Accreditations & Rankings

Admission Process

Your Next Chapter Starts With An Application.

A straightforward, merit-based admission process designed for working professionals.

01

Online Application

Submit your application with academic credentials, work experience and test scores.

02

Profile Evaluation

Our admissions team conducts a holistic review of your professional and academic profile.

03

Interaction / Interview

A structured personal interaction to assess your fit, potential and readiness.

04

Offer of Admission

Successful candidates receive an official offer letter to join the PGPM cohort.

Investment

Invest In 12 Months. Build For The Next 10 Years.

Indian Students

₹12,75,000

Total program fees including Accommodation

Indian Students

₹12,75,000

Total Program Fees including Accommodation and Caution Deposit

International Students

₹17,75,000

Total Program Fees including Accommodation and Caution Deposit

Applications Open

Your Next Role Starts Here.

12 Months

Full-Time

Residential

Industry-Driven

POST GRADUATE PROGRAM IN MANAGEMENT

PGPM

BATCH 2027–28

Your career has momentum. Your management program should too.

Industry LED. Globally Oriented. Future Focused.

Applications Open

Your Next Role Starts Here.

12 Months

Full-Time

Residential

Industry-Driven

POST GRADUATE PROGRAM IN MANAGEMENT

PGPM

BATCH 2027–28

Applications Open

Your Next Role Starts Here.

12 Months

Full-Time

Residential

Industry-Driven

POST GRADUATE PROGRAM IN MANAGEMENT

PGPM

BATCH 2027–28

Applications Open

Your Next Role Starts Here.

12 Months    Full-Time    Residential    Industry-Driven

POST GRADUATE PROGRAM IN MANAGEMENT

PGPM

BATCH 2027–28

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The PGPM is a 12-month full-time residential program structured across 6 terms.

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks from a recognised institution, along with 2–5 years of work experience.

We provide assured 100% placements for all candidates who meet the program requirements and eligibility criteria.

Applicants must have 2–5 years of work experience by 30 March 2027.

Yes. The PGPM is a full-time program requiring complete commitment throughout the 12 months.

The program is conducted at SRM KTR Campus, Chennai.

Functional Expertise (Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, Operations & Supply Chain) combined with a Career Track (Program/Project Management, Business Consulting, Product Management, Tech and Product Sales).

An 18-week applied live project where students work on real business problems from organizations.

GMAT (2024 or later), CAT (2025/26), XAT (2026/27), NMAT (2025 onwards).

Indian students: ₹12,75,000. Total program fees including Accommodation

1:1 career guidance, resume/portfolio building, mock GD & PI with industry experts, CAP series, aptitude training and campus placements.

Assured placements are subject to applicable program requirements and eligibility criteria. The program provides comprehensive career development and placement support to eligible participants.

Industry LED. Globally Oriented. Future Focused.

12 Months To Transform. A Lifetime To Lead.

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Curriculum List

Core Management

Finance

Marketing

Business Analytics

Operations & Supply Chain

Program & Project Management

Business Consulting

Product Management

Revenue & Business Growth

Placement & Career Readiness

PGPM Competitions

A. Strategy, consulting & general management

No. Competition Organiser
01 Mahindra War Room Mahindra Group
02 Aditya Birla Group Stratos Aditya Birla Group
03 Accenture B-School Challenge Accenture
04 Accenture Strategy Connect Accenture
05 Deloitte Maverick Deloitte
06 PwC Challenge PwC
07 KPMG Ideation Challenge KPMG
08 L&T OutThink Larsen & Toubro
09 RPG Group Outperform RPG Group
10 Tata Imagination Challenge Tata Group
11 Reliance T.U.P. — The Ultimate Pitch Reliance Industries
12 ITC Interrobang ITC Limited
13 Godrej LOUD Godrej Group
14 Global Management Challenge — Student Championship Global Management Challenge India
15 Infosys Ingenious Infosys
16 American Express Campus Challenge — Strategy Track American Express
17 Johnson & Johnson Imagivators Johnson & Johnson
18 Nestlé Leaders League — Genesis Nestlé India
19 TVS Credit E.P.I.C. — Analytics Challenge TVS Credit
20 Jindal Stainless Spark Jindal Stainless

B. Marketing, branding & consumer insights

No. Competition Organiser
21 HUL L.I.M.E. — Lessons in Marketing Excellence Hindustan Unilever
22 Marico Over The Wall Marico
23 L'Oréal Brandstorm L'Oréal
24 Coca-Cola Mantra Challenge Coca-Cola India
25 Britannia Creatovate Britannia Industries
26 Colgate Transcend — Sales & Marketing Track Colgate-Palmolive
27 P&G CEO Challenge Procter & Gamble
28 Reckitt Global Challenge Reckitt
29 PepsiCo Change the Game Challenge PepsiCo
30 Asian Paints Canvas Asian Paints
31 VIP G.E.A.R. VIP Industries
32 Perfetti Van Melle Confy Challenge Perfetti Van Melle
33 Nestlé 4P Challenge Nestlé
34 Mondelez Maestros Mondelez International
35 Samsung E.D.G.E. Samsung

C. Finance, banking & financial services

No. Competition Organiser
36 HUL FinAce Hindustan Unilever
37 ICICI Bank Beat The Curve ICICI Bank
38 FinShiksha Learning Championship FinShiksha
39 EY CAFTA Case Championship EY
40 Bajaj Finserv Atom Bajaj Finserv
41 ICICI Lombard ILLuminate ICICI Lombard
42 Elara Capital Case Challenge Elara Capital
43 RBS Case Study Challenge NatWest Group / Royal Bank of Scotland brand
44 Global Management Challenge — Finance and Strategy scenarios Global Management Challenge India

D. Technology, analytics, AI & product management

No. Competition Organiser
45 HUL TechTonic Hindustan Unilever
46 Amazon Customer Excellence (ACE) Challenge Amazon India
47 Flipkart WiRED Flipkart
48 Airtel iCreate Bharti Airtel
49 Microsoft PM Engage Microsoft
50 Google Case Challenge Google
51 EY Techathon EY
52 Infosys Ingenious — technology and innovation challenges Infosys
53 Accenture B-School Challenge — digital transformation track Accenture
54 TVS Credit E.P.I.C. — Analytics Challenge TVS Credit
55 Bottoms Up Thoucentric × Xoriant
56 Maruti Suzuki XCELerate Maruti Suzuki

E. Operations, supply chain & industrial management

No. Competition Organiser
57 Asian Paints Chain Reaction Asian Paints
58 Colgate Transcend — Supply Chain Track Colgate-Palmolive
59 Marico Over The Wall — Supply Chain Track Marico
60 Britannia Creatovate — Procurement Track Britannia Industries
61 Jindal Stainless Spark Jindal Stainless
62 Tata Steel Steel-a-Thon Tata Steel
63 Tata Motors MindRover Tata Motors
64 Hero Campus Challenge Hero MotoCorp
65 ReNew Re-Lead ReNew
66 Asian Paints Alchemy Asian Paints

F. Entrepreneurship, innovation & business development

No. Competition Organiser
67 Tata Imagination Challenge Tata Group
68 Godrej LOUD Godrej Group
69 Reliance T.U.P. — The Ultimate Pitch Reliance Industries
70 Maruti Suzuki XCELerate Maruti Suzuki
71 Mahindra War Room Mahindra Group
72 irtel iCreate Bharti Airtel
73 Samsung E.D.G.E. Samsung
74 Swiggy Food for Thought Challenge Swiggy
75 Aditya Birla Group Engenuity Aditya Birla Group
76 Asian Paints Canvas Asian Paints

G. Sustainability, healthcare & emerging sectors

No. Competition Organiser
77 L'Oréal Sustainability Challenge L'Oréal
78 IIM Bangalore ENS Sustainability Challenge IIM Bangalore
79 Asian Paints Alchemy Asian Paints
80 Johnson & Johnson Imagivators Johnson & Johnson
81 Galderma Rising Achievers in Dermatology (GRAD) Galderma
82 Optum Stratethon Optum
83 GSK E³ Case Study Challenge GSK
84 ICICI Lombard ILLuminate ICICI Lombard
85 ReNew Re-Lead ReNew
86 Aditya Birla Group Stratos — sustainability and business strategy cases Aditya Birla Group

H. Business-school-hosted national case competitions

These can supplement corporate challenges and give PGPM students more opportunities to practise structured problem-solving.

No. Competition Organiser
87 BCC — The Strategy Case Competition SJMSOM, IIT Bombay
88 Strat-O-Sphere DMS, IIT Delhi
89 Confluence Case Study Competition IIM Bangalore
90 Confluence Case Competition IIM Ahmedabad
91 Continuum Goa Institute of Management
92 Tatva Case Competition LBSIM Delhi
93 Conquest FMS Delhi
94 Guesstimate Quest FMS Delhi
95 Imperium IIM Indore
96 Prayaag — Management Festival Competitions JBIMS Mumbai

Potential Career Destinations